Forbes magazine has released its “Richest Women in Entertainment” list, and guess who’s at the top? You guessed it, the media mogul who made Dr. Phil, Oprah Winfrey. She’s built her career as a newscaster, talk show host, publisher and actress. Now she’s without a doubt the richest female entertainer, raking in a clean $1.5 billion.
Obvious, you say? Well you would never guess who’s second. After just under a decade in the limelight, author J.K. Rowling says it’s all about the residual income. With books, movies, and tons of merchandise under her belt - Harry Potter’s creater comes in at number 2 with a staggering $1 billion fortune.
And let’s not forget the other 18 stars on the list. Put your hands together for the following women:
3. Martha Stewart - $638M
4. Madonna - $325M
5. Celine Dion - $250M
6. Mariah Carey - $225M
7. Janet Jackson - $150M
8. Julia Roberts - $140M
9. Jennifer Lopez - $110M
10. Jennifer Aniston - $110M
11. The Olsen Twins - $100M
12. Britney Spears - $100M
13. Judge Judy - $95M
14. Sandra Bullock - $85M
15. Cameron Diaz - $75M
16. Gisele Bundchen - $70M
17. Ellen DeGeneres - $65M
18. Nicole Kidman - $60M
19. Christina Aguilera - $60M
20. Renee Zellweger - $45M
